Small Animal Care & Management Ch. 14
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Which of the following is a characteristic of the Silkie guinea pig?

  • It has short and blunt nose
  • It has a crest which is a rosette (correct)
  • It has a stocky build
  • It has very sensitive hearing

    • What is the average length of a guinea pig?

  • Twelve to fourteen inches
  • Sixteen to eighteen inches
  • Four to six inches
  • Eight to ten inches (correct)

    • Which of the following senses is highly developed in guinea pigs?

  • Smell (correct)
  • Sight
  • Hearing
  • Taste

    • How many adult males can exist peacefully in a guinea pig colony?

    <p>One</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical color of an Agouti guinea pig?

    <p>Undercolor with dark ticking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cages do guinea pigs typically have?

    <p>Cages with plastic bottoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which season can guinea pigs be kept outside?

    <p>Summer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be avoided when feeding guinea pigs?

    <p>Iceberg lettuce</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often should a guinea pig's hair be trimmed?

    <p>Monthly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common problem in guinea pigs related to their teeth?

    <p>Malocclusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which family is the guinea pig a part of?

    <p>Family Caviidae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were guinea pigs bred for in South America?

    <p>Meat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or False: Guinea pigs come from Guinea.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disease was guinea pigs instrumental in researching?

    <p>Tuberculosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which guinea pig variety has a rough, wiry hair coat?

    <p>Abyssinian</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which guinea pig variety has short, very glossy hair?

    <p>American</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which guinea pig variety has a long-haired coat and does not have a tail?

    <p>Peruvian</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which guinea pig variety has a luxurious, shiny fur?

    <p>Satin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What will be discussed in Chapter 14 of the text?

    <p>History and varieties of guinea pigs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What will be reviewed in Chapter 14 of the text?

    <p>Maintaining good health and correct handling for guinea pigs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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